There are many reasons to begin and continue a workout program at home (or anywhere). You gain health benefits, you feel better and you look better. You attain measurable goals – weight loss or gain, strength gains, changes in body… Continue Reading
I saw my excellent Sports Medicine doctor this morning, Dr. Thomas Thekkekandam. He agreed that I could use his television interviews on my blog. I found one that addressed heat. This may relate more specifically to outdoor activity, but it… Continue Reading
Don’t get me wrong. I loved to work out at gyms (or clubs or spas). There were plenty of exercise devices from which to choose. There was the opportunity for social interaction and the energy thereby derived . There was… Continue Reading
Milo lived in southern Italy over 2000 years ago. As a boy and then a man, he was an Olympic wrestling champion 6 times in ancient Greece. He also won at the Pythian Games 7 times, at the Isthmian Games… Continue Reading
First of all, there may be a bit of an issue in the naming of tubes and similar products. Resistance bands are flat and elastic. They are used for therapy and very light strength development. My sports medicine doctor gave… Continue Reading
DUMBBELLS FOR BEGINNERS It is quite easy to find dumbbells. Get them at WalMart, most sporting goods stores (such as Dick’s Sporting Goods), online from Amazon and other sources. Dumbbells are for targeting specific muscles or muscle groups, as opposed… Continue Reading
FOR BEGINNERS Starting something new can be both challenging and exciting. And confusing, since there are so many workout programs to be considered. So many bits of advice, often in conflict with each other. Let’s keep it simple. First, please… Continue Reading
I believe that any fitness or healthy weight loss program must have 3 component parts. These are: Aerobic exercise, or cardio. Examples are running, walking, bicycling, swimming, stationary bicycle or treadmill work – anything that promotes faster breathing and thereby… Continue Reading
HOME WORKOUTS VS. GYM WORKOUTS They are both great! So is a combination of both. So is a pleasant walk around one’s neighborhood. I have worked out in weight rooms, YMCA’s, Nautilus sites and garages filled with barbells and dumbbells.… Continue Reading